This issue is of particular concern to parents and educators, as what teenagers see on social media can have a profound psychological impact. The APA recently advised parents to monitor their children’s use of social media and watch for signs of harmful content. More worryingly, viewing self-harm content on Instagram predicted the outcome of self-harm attempts and suicides within the next month. Another study found almost no harmful effects from exposure to social media content itself. Consequences of social media self-harm: Evidence from a two-stage panel study among young people.

Source: Wall Street Journal August 05, 2023 14:34 UTC